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admin - November 20, 2024

How Heroin Addiction Crisis In Kenya Poses As Challenge

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    The rising tide of heroin addiction is becoming a serious public health concern in Kenya, with communities and authorities grappling with its devastating effects.     According to Boniface Wilunda, Programme Management Officer at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), heroin abuse in the country has escalated […]
admin - November 20, 2024

DNA Test Reveals Real Madrid Star Vinícius Júnior Has Cameroonian Roots

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria          Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has uncovered his ancestral ties to the Tikar tribe in Cameroon through a groundbreaking Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test.     The revelation was made during a vibrant ceremony at Fonte Nova Stadium on Tuesday, just before Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Uruguay. […]
admin - November 20, 2024

Malawi University Of Science And Technology, National Planning Commission Join Forces To Boost Industrialisation

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi        The National Planning Commission (NPC) and Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance industrial research and promote industrial mentality in the students with intent to spur the country’s industrialisation agenda.     The country’s prevailing industrial slowdown has adversely affected […]
admin - November 20, 2024

Malawi Aims For 50% Women Representation In Parliament

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi        Malawi is gearing up for a significant leap in women’s participation in politics and governance. The country has set ambitious strategic goals, including increasing women’s involvement in politics, promoting inclusive development, and empowering women through skills, governance, and economic opportunities.     Additionally, the goals focus on reducing […]
admin - November 19, 2024

KENYA: Catholic Archdiocese Of Nairobi Rejects Donations From Kenyan President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Sakaja

By Lisbeth Micheni,Kenya       The Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi has announced its decision to reject donations from President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, citing a need to uphold the integrity and independence of the Church.     In a statement released yesterday evening , the Archdiocese clarified that the move was […]
admin - November 19, 2024

NIGERIA: Tinubu Seeks National Assembly Approval For $2.2 Billion 2024 Budget Deficit Loan

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria         Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has requested the National Assembly’s approval for a fresh $2.2 billion external loan to address the N9.7 trillion budget deficit in the 2024 Appropriation Act.     The appeal, contained in a letter read by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen […]
admin - November 19, 2024

Wike Approves N70,000 Minimum Wage, Three-Month Arrears For FCT Workers

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria     The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate implementation of a N70,000 minimum wage for all staff under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), bringing relief to thousands of workers who had expressed concerns over delays in adopting the new wage policy.     […]
admin - November 18, 2024

Davido To Donate ₦300 Million to Orphanages And Charity Homes For 32nd Birthday

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria       Award-winning Nigerian singer David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to donate ₦300 million to orphanages and charity homes as part of his 32nd birthday celebrations.     In a post shared on his official X account, the singer disclosed that the donation would focus […]
admin - November 18, 2024

NIGERIA: Victor Boniface Reacts To CAF Player Of the Year Snub

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria        Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has shared his disappointment after being excluded from the shortlist for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Men’s Player of the Year award.     Despite an impressive 2023/2024 season, Boniface was notably left off the list of finalists, a decision that has sparked […]
admin - November 18, 2024

NIGERIA: Ned Nwoko Praises Wife Regina Daniels For Choosing Him Over Many Suitors

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria       Prominent Nigerian politician and businessman, Ned Nwoko, has revealed details about his wife, actress Regina Daniels, describing her as a “gem” who chose him over several high-profile suitors.     During a casual meal with friends and colleagues, Nwoko disclosed that Regina turned down advances from numerous admirers, […]
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